OT Under Siege: How to Defend Critical Infrastructure From Nation-State Cyber Threats

Podcast: PrOTect It All (LS 27 · TOP 10% what is this?)Episode: OT Under Siege: How to Defend Critical Infrastructure From Nation-State Cyber ThreatsPub date: 2026-03-16Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationGlobal conflicts are no longer confined to physical battlefields - they’re spilling into cyberspace. In this urgent episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow breaks down the rising wave of cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure, from energy and water utilities to manufacturing and transportation systems. Drawing on recent global events and real-world incidents, Aaron explores how nation-state actors, hacktivists, and advanced adversaries are increasingly targeting operational technology environments. These attacks often rely on “living off the land” techniques - leveraging existing tools and access inside networks rather than deploying obvious malware. But this episode isn’t about panic. It’s about practical defense. Aaron outlines the immediate steps OT security teams can take to strengthen resilience - even with limited resources and tight budgets. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why global instability increases cyber risk for critical infrastructure How attackers exploit existing tools using living-off-the-land tactics The importance of vigilance, monitoring, and patching in OT environments Why access control and identity management are critical defenses How organizations can improve security posture without massive investments The role of collaboration and awareness in defending essential systems Whether you operate power systems, water facilities, industrial plants, or transportation infrastructure, this episode provides real-world guidance to help you stay ahead of evolving threats. Tune in to learn how OT teams can strengthen defenses and protect the systems society depends on - only on Protect It All. Key Moments: 03:41 "Rising Cyber Threats Amid Tensions" 08:24 Nation-State Cyber Threats Unveiled 11:23 "Advanced Cybersecurity and Monitoring" 14:24 Prioritizing and Addressing Security Risks 17:24 Practical Steps for Cybersecurity Improvements 19:34 "Focus on Resources and Action" Connect With Aaron Crow: Website: www.corvosec.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronccrow Learn more about PrOTect IT All: Email: [email protected]  Website: https://protectitall.co/  X: https://twitter.com/protectitall  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrOTectITAll  FaceBook:  https://facebook.com/protectitallpodcast   To be a guest or suggest a guest/episode, please email us at [email protected] Please leave us a review on Apple/Spotify Podcasts: Apple   - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/protect-it-all/id1727211124 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Vvi0euj3rE8xObK0yvYi4The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Aaron Crow, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: Casos de Ciberseguridad IndustrialEpisode: 2/4 Análisis de Auditoría de seguridad en OTPub date: 2026-03-16Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationEn este episodio se cuestiona si las organizaciones actuales auditan controles teóricos o su capacidad real de resistir incidentes industriales. Se explora la paradoja de las empresas que, a pesar de superar auditorías, siguen siendo frágiles ante amenazas, y se analiza el peso de la cultura de decisión frente a la arquitectura técnica.The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Centro de Ciberseguridad Industrial, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: Nexus: A Claroty Podcast (LS 32 · TOP 5% what is this?)Episode: Gus Serino on a Massachusetts Water Cybersecurity CollaborativePub date: 2026-03-15Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationGus Serino, President of I&C Secure, joins the Nexus Podcast to discuss the formation and evolution of an ongoing water utility cybersecurity collaborative that leans on a collective defense model to share resources and threat intelligence among six water & wastewater companies in the commonwealth. Serino helped put together this coalition, and he explains how a feasibility study came together resulting in a shared grant that member utilities can use to improve their security programs. Gus talks about the origins of this collaborative and how other utilities can follow this model to improve cybersecurity in this struggling, resource-strapped critical infrastructure sector.Subscribe and listen to the Nexus Podcast here. The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Claroty, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: Fortinet Cybersecurity Podcast (LS 26 · TOP 10% what is this?)Episode: Brass Tacks S2E06 – Fighting Cybercrime at Global ScalePub date: 2026-03-13Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationCybercrime runs like a business, fast, scalable, and hard to stop. Jürgen Stock, Former Secretary General INTERPOL, explains how criminal networks work, why basic cyber hygiene still blocks many attacks, and how police, companies, and governments must share data to keep pace as AI speeds crime up. Watch or listen to the episode, and read the blog to understand how cybercrime works at scale. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOLgv_a2w6oThe podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Fortinet Cybersecurity Podcast, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: Industrial Cybersecurity InsiderEpisode: The Hidden Cost of Siloed OT Security ToolsPub date: 2026-03-11Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationAs we lookback, Craig and Dino tackle a critical disconnect in industrial cybersecurity: the failure to share OT security tool data with the people who actually need it.They explore why IT teams often purchase and deploy OT IDS platforms without engaging plant floor teams, system integrators, and OEMs who are actively working in manufacturing environments.The conversation reveals that 85% of data collected by these tools is meant for OT teams to act on, yet it rarely reaches them.They discuss the consequences of this siloed approach—including system integrators bringing their own tools to fill the gap—and provide practical advice on achieving true IT/OT convergence.The episode emphasizes the importance of working with partners who can "build the car" rather than just "sell the car," and challenges organizations to evaluate whether they're truly practicing IT/OT convergence or just paying lip service to it.Chapters:(00:00:00) - The Data Sharing Problem in OT Cybersecurity(00:01:00) - Why System Integrators Can't Access Security Tool Data(00:04:00) - Who's Keeping the Data and Why(00:08:00) - The IT/OT Oil and Water Problem(00:11:00) - When System Integrators Bring Their Own Tools(00:14:00) - Questions to Ask Your Cybersecurity Partners(00:17:00) - The Car Analogy: Buyers vs. Builders(00:19:00) - Who Asset Owners Really Trust(00:21:00) - The Three-Legged Stool of OT Security(00:23:00) - The Path to True IT/OT ConvergenceLinks And Resources:Want to Sponsor an episode or be a Guest? Reach out here.Industrial Cybersecurity Insider on LinkedInCybersecurity & Digital Safety on LinkedInBW Design Group CybersecurityDino Busalachi on LinkedInCraig Duckworth on LinkedInThanks so much for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to Industrial Cybersecurity Insider? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube to leave us a review!The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Industrial Cybersecurity Insider, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: Exploited: The Cyber Truth Episode: AI Wrote the Code—Who Owns the Risk?Pub date: 2026-03-12Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationIn this episode of Exploited: The Cyber Truth, host Paul Ducklin is joined by RunSafe Security Founder and CEO Joseph M. Saunders and embedded systems expert Jacob Beningo to explore how AI is changing the software development lifecycle for embedded and firmware teams. Together, they unpack the risks and responsibilities that come with AI-generated code. While AI can accelerate development and automate tedious tasks, it can also introduce defects, expand the attack surface, and create a dangerous illusion of completeness. Unlike human engineers, AI cannot explain intent, reason about long-term system behavior, or take accountability when systems fail. Joe and Jacob discuss how engineering teams can safely integrate AI into development workflows without sacrificing security, reliability, or accountability, especially in systems that must operate safely for years in the field. In this episode, they explore: Why AI-generated code can introduce hidden vulnerabilities and complexityThe accountability challenge: who owns the risk when AI writes the code?How AI output should be treated as untrusted code by defaultWhy rigorous testing, validation, and security reviews still matterPractical ways engineering teams can use AI responsibly in embedded development For engineers, security leaders, and product teams navigating AI adoption in embedded systems, this episode offers practical insights into how to move faster with AI without weakening trust in the systems you build.The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from RunSafe Security, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: PrOTect It All (LS 27 · TOP 10% what is this?)Episode: Poland’s Power Grid Cyberattack What It Teaches Us About OT Security and Renewable Energy RisksPub date: 2026-03-09Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationWhat happens when attackers target the systems that keep the lights on? In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow breaks down the December 2025 cyberattack on Poland’s energy infrastructure, where coordinated attackers disrupted wind farms, solar installations, and heat and power plants - impacting nearly half a million people. This real-world incident highlights the growing risks facing distributed energy resources (DER) and modern power grids. As energy systems become more connected and decentralized, the attack surface expands - often faster than security programs can adapt. Aaron walks through what actually went wrong: default passwords, unpatched devices, and weak network segmentation that allowed attackers to brick OT equipment and blind operators to what was happening in their own systems. You’ll learn: How attackers targeted renewable energy infrastructure at scale Why edge devices and distributed assets create new vulnerabilities The importance of eliminating default credentials and poor configurations Why network segmentation and secure remote access are essential What grid operators and OT teams must prioritize immediately How lessons from Poland apply to power grids worldwide For engineers, operators, and cybersecurity leaders responsible for critical infrastructure, this episode delivers practical insights on defending modern energy systems before attackers strike again. Tune in to understand what Poland’s grid attack reveals about the future of OT security - only on Protect It All. Key Moments:  04:57 "Corrupted Firmware Disables System Control" 10:01 DER Risks and Scaling Threats 10:55 Risks of Expanding Energy Grids 16:30 OT Security Vulnerabilities and Risks 18:34 Prioritize OT Security Systems 23:06 Change Default Passwords Immediately 24:49 "Critical ICS Security Measures" 30:15 "OT Cyber-Physical Response Plan" 32:56 "Critical Security Steps for Resilience" Connect With Aaron Crow: Website: www.corvosec.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronccrow Learn more about PrOTect IT All: Email: [email protected]  Website: https://protectitall.co/  X: https://twitter.com/protectitall  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrOTectITAll  FaceBook:  https://facebook.com/protectitallpodcast   To be a guest or suggest a guest/episode, please email us at [email protected] Please leave us a review on Apple/Spotify Podcasts: Apple   - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/protect-it-all/id1727211124 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Vvi0euj3rE8xObK0yvYi4 The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Aaron Crow, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: Casos de Ciberseguridad IndustrialEpisode: 1/4 Contexto de Auditoría de seguridad en OTPub date: 2026-03-09Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationEn este episodio se aborda la transición necesaria de la auditoría documental clásica a la evaluación del comportamiento real de los sistemas industriales. Analiza los errores críticos al intentar aplicar metodologías IT en plantas de producción y cómo cambiar la perspectiva cuando el activo a proteger no es un servidor, sino el proceso físico que […]The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Centro de Ciberseguridad Industrial, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: Nexus: A Claroty Podcast (LS 32 · TOP 5% what is this?)Episode: Dan Ricci on Four Years of the ICS Advisory ProjectPub date: 2026-03-08Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationIndustrial cybersecurity expert Dan Ricci, the founder and maintainer of the ICS Advisory Project, joins the Nexus Podcast to discuss the evolution of the industry's premier ICS and OT security advisory repository as it turns 4 years old. Dan talks about the impact of the project on OT security teams, the dashboards he's created to better parse the volume of data on the site, and unique use cases that asset owners and operators have for this critical information. Subscribe and listen to the Nexus Podcast here. The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Claroty, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Podcast: Error Code (LS 27 · TOP 10% what is this?)Episode: EP 82: Kerberos in OT: RC4 Downgrade AttacksPub date: 2026-03-04Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationKerberos, a decades-old authentication protocol, creates hidden risks in OT environments. Dor Segal, security researcher team lead at Silverfort, discusses delegation abuse, cipher downgrade attacks, and person-in-the-middle threats—highlighting why legacy encryption, patching challenges, and operational constraints make identity security critical in industrial networks.The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Robert Vamosi, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.